This weekend, Phoenix dines with the undead, laughs at Sci-Fi, raids lost arks, and has a giant anime convention.

Carpe weekend, my nerdy friends. Carpe weekend.

Thursday, Aug 29th

ASU TV Dinner: The Walking Dead

[Tempe]

Om nom nom. Zombie and dinner jokes go well together, but I’ll abstain today. ASU is hosting another free dinner with a screening of a speculative fiction tv show. This time, it’s the Walking Dead followed by a few presentations about zombie apocalypse politics & why zombies continue to fascinate us. Starts at 6:15pm – this link will give you more info and a map.

Spoof & Cinema Sci-Fi Surprise

[Mesa]

NCT Phoenix has a habit of removing the sound from Sci-Fi shows and making up there own dialogue. They also have a habit of keeping which show they’re working a surprise. The Facebook page for the event has a strong Dr Who vibe, but it could just be a clever ruse. Maybe not. Free and starts at 7:30pm.

Saturday, Aug 31st

Saboten Con Begins!

[Glendale]

Saboten is Phoenix’s big ol’ anime convention. While I think any excuse to get together with like-minded nerds and geek out about the things you love is a good excuse, the fact that they’re hosting a Legend of Zelda steampunk ball should add some sweet sugar on top of the deal. Get your anime / video game / other stuff on all weekend!

Jesse James Comics 4 Year Anniversary Party

[Glendale]

Mr James is boasting a “party for the ages” for comic book fans at his store’s 4th birthday party. Expect giveaways, good company, and a special guest. Pretty much happening all morning on Saturday.

Sunday, Sept 1st

CryptoParty!

[Mesa]

HeatSync Labs is hosting a “free educational/hands-on event to teach people how to use vetted open source cryptographic software for secure/private communications.” If that sounds up your alley, show up around noon and crypto-party hard!